Design Release Engineer, Exterior & Interior Accessories
Core
End-to-end development of vehicle components and systems from concept through production release, focusing on manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Design Release Engineer (Automotive)
Builds
Vehicle components and systems for exterior and interior accessories
Domain
Automotive engineering and manufacturing
Required skills
3D CAD design, GD&T principles, dimensional variation analysis, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, PLM systems, BOM management, RFQ package preparation, landed cost evaluation, tooling cost management
Preferred skills
CAE validation, physical testing, supplier sub-assembly assessment, interface and assembly feasibility studies, electrical and software interface management
Technologies
3DX CAD, PLM systems
Responsibilities
Create and develop components using 3D CAD; Apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional variation analysis; Conduct system and component-level design aligned with program requirements; Design to meet regulatory, functional, quality, DFA, DFS, packaging, and clearance requirements; Assess tooling, manufacturing, and assembly feasibility; Maintain comprehensive design documentation and quality history; Manage engineering timing to support prototype builds and validation phases; Evaluate and track landed cost and vendor tooling expenses
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC